05/20/2026

All About the Trailborn Surf & Sound + Wrightsville Beach

Home of the 2026 RANC Annual Meeting

This year's RANC Annual Meeting is at the beautiful Trailborn Surf & Sound in Wrightsville Beach, NC August 26-28.  The reimagined landmark resort sits in between the ocean waves of the Atlantic ocean and the intracoastal soundside. Formerly the Blockade Runner, the resort underwent a massive multi-million dollar renovation including upgraded rooms, fresh dining concepts, and a modern mid-century coastal design.

Additional Hotel Information:

• Click here to watch a video highlighting the Trailborn Surf & Sound Hihglights
• On Property Dining Options
• Experiences (yoga, dock fishing, surf lessons, spa, and more)
• Amenities (surfside beach relaxing, sound beach & boating, resort pool & bar, games on the lawn, and more!)
• Places to go and things to do in Wrightsville Beach
• Dining Options in Wrightsville Beach (off hotel property)

The RANC Hotel Block is open:

Book your rooms at The Trailborn Surf & Sound
The RANC room rate is $235++ for standard rooms and $265++ for surfside king rooms.
*room rate is available pre and post meeting while rooms are available.
The room block ends on July 31st.

Book Your Room

Click the photo below to view the Wrightsville Beach Cam - it's a beautiful day on the sand!

Annual Meeting Registration and sponsorships are now open:

• Facility Member: $250
• Facility Non-Member: $300
• Spouse: $250
• Associate Members: Sponsorship levels are required to attend. This conference would not be possible without your participation and support and we look forward to visiting your booth! Two levels are available for you to choose from that have an array of conference benefits.  Click here for more information on vendor opportunities.
• Optional Networking Activities: *group activities are held on Wednesday, August 26 and start at 11AM. While these events do require a separate registration fee, they offer valuable opportunities for meaningful conversation, collaboration, and fun. Space may be limited, so be sure to reserve your spot early when registering:
  • • Golf Outing: $150
      • Group tee times starting at 11:30am. Includes cart + boxed lunch.
      • Location: Beau Rivage Golf Course | 649 Rivage Promenade | Wilmington, NC
      • Golfers to drive directly to the course (25 mins from hotel)
      • Clubs are available for rent at course. You can call to preschedule or rent the day of event.
    • Nearshore Fishing Excursion: $145
      • Nearshore fishing excursions are chartered through Dead Tide Sport Fishing
      • Excursions are 11AM - 3 PM and the boat will pick up across the street from hotel.
      • Each boat will take groups of (4).
      • Price does not include lunch

Agenda available for preview:

Click here to view the 2026 Annual Meeting agenda and other meeting details.

 

Questions? Contact RANC at 336-379-0603 or info@ncrecyclingassociation.org